Wednesday, February 27

Lost Planet:Extreme Condition released today for the Ps3 months after the 360 and PC versions, and weeks after an online multiplayer demo for the Ps3 version was released on the PSN. For some the demo was enough to maintain the level of excitement behind this release, for others (myself) it was less than extraordinary. However, it seems this version of Lost Planet brings more to the table than the PC or 360 versions.

The PS3 version has a number of specific features not previously available in retail editions of the PC or Xbox 360 versions of the game, which are:

* All 16 previously released multiplayer maps (including the extra downloadable content from Xbox LIVE) included on the disc. * New unlockable characters for single and multiplayer mode, including Frank West from Dead Rising, Megaman, and others.

Lost Planet also features:

* Intense multiplayer modes with support for up to 16 players online. * Frenetic action - Lost Planet is a fast-paced third-person shooter with all the depth, intrigue and intensity of a science fiction classic. * Connect to gamers around the world via PSN and participate in a variety of cooperative and versus battles with up to 16 players:

1. Elimination - It’s every snow pirate for themselves in this death match mode where the victorious are rewarded for the most points earned. 2. Team Elimination – You’re only as good as your teammates so strategy and cooperation is key in eliminating the opposing side. 3. Post Grab - Teams are tasked with capturing and holding as many Posts as possible. 4. Fugitive - One player is assigned as the “Fugitive”, and he or she will earn points for various actions (staying alive, killing enemies, capturing Posts). Dying deducts points and winning is determined when a maximum total is reached or when the score ticks down to zero.

* Foot and robotic Vital Suit-based gameplay – Command high powered VS and weapons not only to help players traverse the treacherous terrain, but to eliminate enemies that lie ahead. Strategically switch between VS and on foot gameplay to best face each situation and challenge. * Vast environments - Snowstorms, arctic winds, towering buildings and mountains of ice are all stunningly realized as battles occur above and below ground, creating a truly immersive and cinematic event of epic proportions. * A premier team of developers – The creators of the critically acclaimed Onimusha and Devil May Cry series have come together to create the expansive world of Lost Planet.